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Flood Watch in Effect for Montgomery County

Posted on: April 3, 2024 - 4:20pm

Significant event details and developments:

1. A Flood Watch is in effect for Montgomery County from Wednesday through Thursday. Urban and poor drainage flooding could result in ponding on roadways and hazardous travel conditions.

2. Additional rainfall amounts of 1-3 inches expected. Moderate to heavy rainfall area-wide with the greatest risk of flooding primarily near and northwest of I-95. Periods of rain continuing through Wednesday night, heaviest Wednesday afternoon.

3. Minor river flooding is forecast for some forecast points and Moderate river flooding is possible. More information about river levels and forecasts can be found here.

Schuylkill River at Pottstown: Highest forecast: 11.2ft at 1400 hours on 4/4/24

Perkiomen Creek at Graterford: Highest forecast: 10ft at 0200 hours on 4/4/24

Schuylkill River at Norristown: Highest forecast: 12.9ft at 0200 hours on 4/4/24

Please monitor local conditions if you live in an area that is historically prone to flooding. Thank you for your attention in this matter.

4. Wind gusts will peak in eastern Pennsylvania in the 30-45 mph range. A few strong to severe thunderstorms possible, mainly across Delmarva and extreme Southern NJ Wednesday afternoon and early evening. Potential for large hail, damaging winds, and a couple of tornadoes.